Cranberry Sauce Recipe
Make Cranberry Sauce Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Method
Preparation
- 1
Rinse the Cranberries
Place the fresh cranberries in a colander and rinse them under cold water to remove any dirt or debris. Discard any damaged or soft cranberries.
- 2
Zest and Juice the Orange
Using a zester or grater, zest the orange to obtain about 1 tablespoon of zest. Then, cut the orange in half and juice it to yield approximately 1/4 cup of fresh orange juice. Set both the zest and juice aside.
Cooking
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a medium saucepan, combine the rinsed cranberries, granulated sugar, brown sugar, water, orange juice, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir to combine.
- 4
Cook the Sauce
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until most of the cranberries have burst and the sauce has thickened.
- 5
Add Orange Zest
Once the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat and stir in the orange zest. Allow the sauce to cool to room temperature.
Serving
- 6
Serve
Transfer the cooled cranberry sauce to a serving dish or jar. It can be served immediately or stored in the refrigerator for up to one week.
